women's sleeveless fleece vest:10 ski resorts in the Alps where kids ski free

Planning a family ski holiday can be stressful when you watch the prices start to add up. It can be easy to panic and think you’ll never be able to afford skiing ever again! But luckily for you families out there, many of the biggest ski areas across Austria and Switzerland offer free or discounted lift tickets for kids. You’ll want to look out for ski areas that have family-friendly facilities if you’ve got young tots, or choose ski areas with snowparks and good ski schools if you’re going on holidays with your teens. Regardless of your needs, there’s something for everyone on this list!

Stubai Glacier: Kids under 10 ski free

This picturesque ski area nestled in Austria’s Tyrolean region has a long ski season with guaranteed snow thanks to its glaciers. The 170km of slopes are evenly divided between beginner and expert terrain. Children under the age of 10 ski free at Stubai Glacier when accompanied by an adult. There are discounted rates for children under the age of 14 and youth under the age of 18.

Dolomiti Superski: Kids under 8 ski free

The Dolomiti Superski area comprises 1200km of ski slopes, of which a large percentage is well-suited to beginners. After an exhausting day of skiing, you can relax in towns with a traditional Italian vibe. Children under the age of 8 receive a free lift ticket when accompanied by a paying adult.